College Work-Study

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The Federal College Work-Study program provides employment opportunities for students in various offices on campus and in community service agencies to students who are invited to participate because of financial need.

About College Work-Study

If you qualify for the (Federal) College Work-Study program at the University of Buffalo you may select from a variety of jobs to meet your interests, skills and career paths.

Work-Study Regulations

Your goal is to work reasonable hours while classes are in session and have your funds last all year.

Amount of Annual Award

If you have been accepted in the work-study progam you may be able to earn up to $1,200.00 during the school year.

Work Hours Permitted

You can work up to 12 hour/week while classes are in session. You can work up to 29 hours/week during breaks and holidays providing you are performing necessary work duites and you have funds remaining, including any student assistant (SA) appointments.

Pay Rate

Minimum Wage

Effective Date*

$10.40

12/28/2017

$11.10

12/31/2018

$11.80

12/31/2019

$12.50

12/31/2020

TBD

12/31/2021

TBD

12/31/2022

* Dates are approximate and are subject to change according to payroll calendar dates.

Get Your Time Sheets In On Time

Your time sheet is used to create your paycheck, so it's important to get your time sheet in on time. When your hiring paperwork is on file with Human Resources — you and your supervisor have completed the forms — you can start entering the time you've worked online. Your supervisor has to approve your online time sheet so make sure you keep an accurate record.